History of hospitals
History of Hospitals
The History of hospitals has evolved over many centuries, from early methods of religious care, to the modern hospital as we know it today.
Early History[edit | edit source]
The earliest documented institutions aiming to provide cures were ancient Egyptian temples. In Ancient Greece, temples dedicated to the healer-god Asclepius, known as Asclepieia, functioned as centres of medical advice, prognosis, and healing.
Medieval Period[edit | edit source]
During the Middle Ages, hospitals served different functions from modern institutions. They were almshouses for the poor, hostels for pilgrims, or hospital schools. The word "hospital" comes from the Latin hospes, signifying a stranger or foreigner, hence a guest.
Modern Era[edit | edit source]
The modern hospital represents a complex institution, in which healing is conducted, medical knowledge is generated and disseminated, and future practitioners are trained. Hospitals have also influenced the cultural and social landscape, becoming symbols of progress, and shaping perceptions of health and illness.
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